Better care for people with dementia
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As life expectancy increases, so does the number of people with dementia illnesses. These illnesses place a considerable strain on those affected. The Federal Government is committed to advancing knowledge and research on dementia illnesses. Measures include, for example, the "Lighthouse Project on Dementia", initiated by the Federal Ministry of Health (BMG), and the Federal Ministry of Education and Research`s (BMBF) "German Centre for Neurodegenerative Diseases". The German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases is a newly established Center of Excellence in patient care and research for neurodegenerative diseases. It is affiliated with the University of Bonn and will have its seat on the University Hospital Bonn site.
The lighthouse project conducts studies to evaluate the benefit of non-pharmacological therapies and care for patients with dementia. Existing care structures are evaluated and targeted training measures for nursing staff and family carers assessed.
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